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C161 TLX

1985 Daimler Limousine Auto

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,848 mi
Last recorded110,848 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 1985 Daimler Limousine Auto74,590 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC161 TLX
MakeDaimler
ModelLimousine Auto
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 110,848 miles

Area in front and rear wheel arches rusty

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear valance corroded

Fail 21 Sep 2021 110,842 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inside wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired End of sill not repaired with full welds and can still see some corrosion below (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Area in front and rear wheel arches rusty

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear valance corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2020 110,431 miles

Area behind drivers front wheel is corroded but out of prescribed areas

Boot floor to rear valance join is starting to corrode

Brake servo is rusty

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 110,149 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 110,127 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced under sill to floor corroded (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced central under sill/floor corroded by seatbelt anchor (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2018 109,680 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 109,650 miles

Emissions not tested tick over to high (7.3.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Indicator switch faulty on left hand operation (1.4.A.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 109,595 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 109,568 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade torn (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 109,258 miles

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 108,549 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 108,340 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 107,796 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 106,324 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 105,185 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 105,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Aug 2006 104,195 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 104,195 miles

How Reliable is the Daimler Limousine Auto?

Based on 8,585 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
651
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 504
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 455
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 287
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 236
parking brake recording little or no effort 234
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C161 TLX is a 1985 Daimler Limousine Auto in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Daimler Limousine Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 74,590 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Daimler Limousine Auto fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 504 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C161 TLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daimler Limousine Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 41 years old, this Daimler Limousine Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C161 TLX registered?

C161 TLX is a 1985 Daimler Limousine Auto, first registered on 26 September 1985.

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